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I have prostate enlargement problem (bph) I am taking alfoo 10 mg tablet once a day for the last 3 months and I am better now. My question is how long I can take this tablet, is there any harm or side effects to this?
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Long term side effect is postural hypotension, however it is the only alpha blocker which will not cause retrograde ejaculation
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prostate is the organ, keeps enlarging as you grow old. these medicines keep the mouth of the bladder open. as long the effect of the medication ..it gives a relieved urination. so atleast for 6 months and then stop the medication and observe... only to start the medication if symptoms recurr
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